Calculate your earnings at UK National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage rates for 2026/27.
The National Living Wage (NLW) applies to workers aged 21 and over. The National Minimum Wage (NMW) applies to younger workers and apprentices.
| Category | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|
| 21 and over (National Living Wage) | £12.71 |
| 18 to 20 years old | £10.85 |
| Under 18 (above school leaving age) | £8.00 |
| Apprentice* | £8.00 |
*Apprentice rate applies if you're under 19, or 19 or over and in the first year of your apprenticeship.
All workers are entitled to be paid at least the minimum wage. If you think you're being paid less than the minimum wage, you can:
Rates effective from 1st April 2026
| Year | 21+ Rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026/27 | £12.71 | +4.1% |
| 2025/26 | £12.21 | +6.7% |
| 2024/25 | £11.44 | +9.8% |
| 2023/24 | £10.42 | +9.7% |
| 2022/23 | £9.50 | +6.6% |